The Best Thing to Do When Life Is Difficult

The Best Thing to Do When Life Is Difficult

When you don’t like your reality, do you ever find yourself squeezing your eyes shut so tightly you wonder if they might pop out? Or clench your hands with such intensity the force leaves indentations on your palms? All the while – wishing, hoping, praying—life could be different. When life is difficult, do you know…

When Unexpected Burdens Threaten to Destroy

When Unexpected Burdens Threaten to Destroy

Have you ever been blindsided by unforeseen challenges? Those moments when pain, fear, and uncertainty hit you like a tidal wave, leaving you wondering if you will survive. The life you once knew suddenly becomes a distant memory, and the unexpected burdens threaten to destroy everything in their path. How will you find the strength…

When Joy Feels Wrong in the Midst of the Unexpected

When Joy Feels Wrong in the Midst of the Unexpected

Do you struggle to allow yourself joy when those around you suffer profoundly? You are not alone; this challenge is a common occurrence. Maybe their struggle is so intense that it feels inappropriate to show or experience happiness. Yet, when joy feels wrong in the midst of the unexpected, it is crucial to recognize that…

10 Ways to Prepare for the Holiday Struggle and Find Joy

10 Ways to Prepare for the Holiday Struggle and Find Joy

Christmas is a delight for many and a season of difficulties for some. Are you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of the upcoming festivities? You are not alone. Did you know acknowledging and equipping for the hard ahead of time can pave the way for a more positive experience? Discover 10 ways to prepare for…

Five Effective Strategies to Build Emotional Strength as a Caregiver

Five Effective Strategies to Build Emotional Strength as a Caregiver

Do you assist someone in need on a regular basis? How emotionally prepared would you be if the person you care for faced a crisis or an unexpected situation arose while you were meeting someone else’s needs? Caring for another human can be emotionally taxing and takes great resilience and strength. Will you be prepared?…

Suicide: Are You Worried You Don’t Have What It Takes to Keep Going?

Suicide: Are You Worried You Don’t Have What It Takes to Keep Going?

Have you ever worried that you don’t have what it takes to keep going? Perhaps even contemplated suicide? You are not alone. No matter how isolated or hopeless you feel, it’s important to remember that it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this article, my friend Tammy Kennington will share what actions to take…

Will You Run Out of Resilience to Embrace the Next Unexpected Trial?

Will You Run Out of Resilience to Embrace the Next Unexpected Trial?

Wouldn’t you agree life can be unpredictable and full of hardships that test our strength? Whether it’s dealing with losing a job, a sudden illness, or going through a global pandemic; these difficulties can leave us overwhelmed and unprepared for the subsequent challenges that are bound to come our way. However, what if I told…

Celebrating Mother’s Day is Important When Your Child Has a Mental Illness

Celebrating Mother’s Day is Important When Your Child Has a Mental Illness

Mother’s Day can be a bittersweet holiday for moms with a son or daughter with mental health challenges. If you are that mom, I know you face unique struggles many never see amid the flowers and gifts. Feelings of overwhelm, guilt, loss, and failure often accompany the day. It is not unusual to consider skipping…